Backend Programmer

Job Title: Backend Programmer

Location: Mississauga

Job Type: Full-time Hybrid

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Backend Programmer to join our team. As a Backend Programmer, you will be responsible for developing and maintaining the server-side logic of our web applications, ensuring high performance and responsiveness. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement scalable backend solutions that meet the needs of our clients and users.

Job Responsibilities

• Design and develop server-side code for web applications, APIs, and databases.
• Collaborate with front-end developers to integrate user-facing elements with server-side logic.
• Implement data storage solutions and database architectures that ensure data security and integrity.
• Optimize application performance and scalability through efficient coding and caching techniques.
• Debug and resolve software defects, ensuring the reliability and stability of backend systems.
• Conduct thorough testing and code reviews to maintain code quality and enhance system robustness.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product managers and designers, to gather requirements and deliver high-quality solutions.
• Stay up to date with industry trends and best practices in backend development, proposing and implementing improvements to enhance our systems.
• Participate in agile development processes, including sprint planning, stand-ups, and retrospectives.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• [X] years of experience in backend development, preferably in web application development.
• Strong proficiency in backend programming languages such as Java, Python, or Ruby.
• Experience with backend frameworks and technologies (e.g., Spring, Django, Ruby on Rails).
• Solid understanding of RESTful APIs, web services, and asynchronous request handling.
• Proficient knowledge of database systems and SQL, with the ability to design and optimize queries.
• Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git) and collaborative coding workflows.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills, with a keen attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities, with a proactive and team-oriented mindset.
• Experience working in an agile development environment is a plus.